Update on the 09 Maccabiah Games and the judo team:

 

Please send all questions about judo to: todd volyn judo chairman at volyn@comcast.net
 
Anyone interested in coaching should apply asap at www.maccabiusa.com
As of now there will be a open coach and a junior coach. Coaching positions will be determined shortly.
 
Athletes interested juniors and youth (91,92, 93 ,94) There will be only male competition for those years
Currently the team is allotted 4 spots for male youth and juniors combined.
Open athletes male and female team
Currently 8 male and 4 female team slots are available
 
Athletes need to apply on line at www.maccabiusa.com as well. A trial will take place in October in Philadelphia, unless there are not enough applicants. Then the team will be picked by a committee based on judo resume. The decision to have a trial will be made one month prior to date of trial. Applications must be in by September 15th.
 
There is a Yachad (giving) commitment for every team member including coaches and managers. please make sure to read about this. The yachad for juniors is $6,600 for open athletes $3,300. There is yachad relief  fund all athletes can apply for.
 
The trip is from July 2 - 24.
 
 If anyone knows individuals who might be interested in a manager's position you can email lou directly to discuss. i will be the associate team manager for the USA delegation which is going to be over 900 people strong.
 
Thanks
 
Lou Moyerman